Posts from: February 2020

California is almost as famous for its palm trees as it is for the celebrities who call it home. How, though, do average California residents go about caring for the palm trees they have on their properties? Learning how to care for a palm tree will take time, but you’ll be able to start on …

Nothing says springtime quite like fresh white blossoms appearing on vibrant, green-leafed trees. The fragrance and white hues are the welcoming of a new season. These trees create a beautiful aesthetic and they offer an abundance of shade for you to enjoy the great outdoors under their canopies. Bees and other pollinators are drawn to …

There is nothing quite like making your own compost, but what is the best method to choose? Depending on how much space you have on your property, you might be considering creating a compost pile or hiding away your developing compost in a bin. Both a compost pile and a compost bin are surefire methods …

Composting is incredibly beneficial for the garden. It’s a way to turn food scraps, lawn waste, and even paper into a soil amendment. But it’s also incredibly beneficial to rodents if not handled correctly. Rats and other rodents are highly attracted to a compost pile, bin, or tumbler. It’s not only a source of food …

Garden shears are an essential part of any gardener’s toolbox. But you need to make sure you’re using the right tool for the job. Shears can be for pruning, lopping branches, thinning bonsais, and even cutting branches. They come with different types of blades too, so whether you’re using needle-nose shears, an anvil shear, or …

Without a doubt, red foliage is super eye-catching in any garden landscape. The color red is an excellent accent color and is sure to brighten the garden environment. But is it possible to enjoy red leaves in your garden year-round? Believe it or not, it is! We came up with a list of 8 shrubs …

Evergreens, like those gorgeous pine trees, should be shiny and green all year round. Making sure they have the right nutrients will ensure that they remain healthy all year! If your pine tree doesn’t have enough nutrients, chances are it’s growing slow as molasses and isn’t as vibrant and perky as it could be. Fertilizing …

You’ve decided to take the plunge – you’re going to start composting. However, as you search for the perfect compost tumbler, you might notice that many of them are made from various types of plastic. Even though they’re often made from recycled materials, you might just prefer the feel of a metal tumbler. But where …

When it comes to things that can be bought online, compost might not immediately come to mind. Often made of horse or cow manure, decomposing fruits and vegetables, and other traditionally “useless” organic matter, it’s something that can be made on your own, or purchased from your local farmers. Click here to learn how to …

Evergreen trees are an excellent addition to almost any garden. Most of them easy to grow, and they also maintain their attractive green foliage year-round, which helps make your garden a beautiful retreat in any season. However, regular-sized evergreen trees typically reach heights of 20 to 60 feet, which might be too much for a …

Florida’s humid, subtropical climate is ideal for growing palm trees. If you are considering palms for your landscape, you might wonder how to care for palm trees in Florida. We’ve researched Florida’s native and non-native palm species to find the answer for you. First, select a palm species and choose an ideal location to plant …

Garden kneelers can be a real godsend in the garden. They keep you from sinking into the soil and often provide handles for a little leverage when it’s time to stand up again. Many will offer pockets to a few gardening tools and can often be flipped over to use as a bench as well …

Composting food scraps is a great way to help the environment and the garden. Whether you’re new to it or an old hat, finding the perfect kitchen compost caddy will be high on your list of priorities. It’s a great way to easily store your food scraps until it’s time to add them to your …

Pine trees are a very common tree to be included in neighbourhoods, landscapes, and other inhabited areas due to their low maintenance nature and ability to grow in many different kinds of soil. However, sometimes branches die, and you need to do some trimming. We’ve done the research, so you can learn how to take …

Palm trees have retained popularity over the years due to their aesthetically pleasing growth and their commercialized ability to grow coconuts. But just how common are palm trees that grow coconuts, and how many kinds of palm trees are there? We’ve done the research, and we have the answers for you! Some palm trees do …

Palm trees might conjure up images of warm weather and sandy beaches for you. These trees have played an important role in history as a symbol of peace and a sign of triumph. Many palm trees are also a plentiful food source. There are more than 2,500 species of palm trees that can grow in …

Spring is nearly here which means that it’s time to get many plants into the ground. Will you be adding compost or fertilizer to your plants? While it seems like a simple question, there’s actually a lot more to it. What kind of nutrients do your plants need, if anything? Should you add fertilizer or …

Annual ryegrass is a hardy, cool-season bunchgrass that is typically planted in order to prevent erosion, maintain healthy soil, and choke out pesky weeds. It can be a good, temporary solution to remedy a bare lawn because it grows and germinates quickly. But you might be wondering when annual ryegrass dies. We’ve researched the growth …

There’s little worse than realizing, as a homeowner, that the trees you so carefully planted in your yard may be compromising the structural integrity of your home. A pine tree’s root system, though, can easily break up your foundation and cause leaks throughout your home. How, then, do you stop a pine tree’s roots from …

Composting is a great way to make the most out of your food. But people often find themselves wondering where to start when building a compost pile. After some research on this topic, we found an answer that should get you started. The following materials will provide a great mixture of brown and green ingredients …

A compost tumbler is an excellent method to quickly create homemade compost, aerate decomposing materials, and build heat. Many gardeners appreciate a compost tumbler because you can easily rotate the contents inside the tumbler, instead of turning over your compost pile with a pitchfork. When using your compost tumbler for the first time, it is …

Pine trees are a beautiful addition to any landscape, but it’s essential to know the signs that they may be dying so you can take action quickly and have your trees vibrant again in no time. So, to help you waste no time, we’ve collected the internet’s most valuable information about common pine tree ailments …

Maybe you already have a pool, but a new home has cropped up, and you want some privacy by planting a tree. Or you’re building from scratch, and it’s time to make landscaping decisions. Trees are beautiful, they provide shade and privacy, but sometimes they can create more work with a pool. So how close …

Composting is without a doubt a great way to help both your garden and the planet. But as you make plans to start this new endeavor, you may be wondering “Where is the best place to put my compost?” To answer this question, we’ve collected information from across the internet about the best location for …

If you have a money tree living in your home, according to the practice of Feng Shui, this little tree can bring good fortune your way. Why not increase your luck by adding another money tree to your home’s decor? New money trees are easily propagated from healthy trees. We’ve researched the best methods to teach …

If you’re looking to buy a unique present for an elderly gardener, we have some great gift ideas to share with you. You’ll find everything in this post, from ergonomic gardening tools, to garden kneerler seats and vertical planters. The Benefits Of Gardening Into Later Years There’s something about working in nature with soil and …

Artificial grass has become a more and more popular choice over the last couple of years. This popularity comes from many improvements made in the design of artificial grass, such as longevity. This singular improvement often leads buyers to wonder how long this fake grass will last. We did some research and found an answer …

As you make plans to prepare your garden for the growing season, you might be wondering if a peat-free compost is the right choice for you. That’s why we’ve searched the internet to collect information about peat-free compost, its effect on the environment, and a list of the best peat-free compost options, and compiled it …

Follow the historical roots of the palm tree and you’ll soon discover that humans have been harvesting, transporting, and cultivating palms for thousands of years. Palm varieties have become an integral part of many diverse cultures throughout the world. We use the fronds and fruits produced by palms for food and shelter. We attribute symbolic …

You’ve seen pictures of the palms lining Sunset Boulevard. Who wouldn’t want that kind of luxurious beauty in their front yard? The good news is you don’t have to move to California to enjoy the shade of a palm tree. How long do homegrown palm trees live, though? We have researched this topic to find …

Having a palm tree on your property adds a unique flair to your landscaping. Even bringing a palm tree indoors lets you enjoy a touch of California glamour, no matter where you are in the world. How much do the different types of palm trees cost, though? The cost of a palm tree is going …

Evergreen palm trees add a burst of color to your tropical landscape all year long. But, when outdoor palm tree leaves turn brown, what can you do to replenish their lush, green color? We’ve researched the answer to learn what your palm’s brown leaves are telling you. If you notice the leaves, or fronds, on …

Compost is a rich addition to any garden. Who doesn’t love a fist full of nutrient-rich, fertile soil that makes your plants perk up with happiness? You know the things you can put in your compost. But what should you not put in your compost? We have researched this to make sure you don’t accidentally …

It’s time to get your compost going and you’ve made the decision to use a compost tumbler. They’re easy to set up and get running in practically no time. But not sure what exactly you can put in your compost tumbler? Here are a few things that are okay to place in your compost tumbler. …

If you’re currently planning your garden and would like to plant pine trees, you’re probably wondering “How tall do pine trees get?” This is an important thing to consider to create an aesthetically pleasing garden. We’ve done the research, and we’ll explain it in this post. In general, regular pine trees end up between 50 …

Majesty palms are a beautiful addition to any household, and depending on where you live, they can be placed inside in a sunny corner, or outside as a focal feature in your landscape. However, as a plant that grows naturally on riverbanks, it does best when it receives new nutrients fairly frequently. So we did …

If you are limited on space or gardening knowledge but you still want the satisfaction of watching plants, flowers, and vegetables grow from scratch, then you may opt for a smaller-scale endeavor by using an above-ground planter box. Essentially, a planter box allows you to have a garden in a small space or as decoration …

You’ve finally decided to invest in a compost tumbler. And you’ve started piling in your green plant materials like vegetable trimmings, coffee grounds, and banana peels. And, then you added in the brown materials like leaves, wood chips, and newspapers. It’s time to turn your tumbler and let the decomposing begin. But you might still …

Good soil is so essential to a garden. And composting is one of the best ways to augment your soil naturally. Perhaps you’ve thought about getting a composter, but you want to know how much does a composter cost? You’ll need to decide if you’re shopping for a bin or a tumbler first. But with …

Not everyone agrees that a palm tree is a tree but, the notion that palms are considered grass might also seem peculiar. We researched what type of plant is the palm to find the truth about this and put your mind at ease. Palm trees belong to a major group, or class, of flowering plants called …